Cryptomeria japonica
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Cryptomeria japonica, commonly known as Japanese Cedar or Japanese Red Cedar, is a large, evergreen tree that can reach 70 m tall with a 4 m diameter trunk. It carries needle-like, dark green foliage that has a distinctive soft appearance. The wood from this tree is extremely fragrant, insect resistant, of low density, and is often used for making staves, tubs, casks, and furniture. Cryptomeria japonica Cedar makes a fantastic specimen tree and is often used as a windbreak on a farm or lifestyle block with the added option of timber production.
